Wizard of Oz fans will get the chance to follow the Yellow-Brick Road a little earlier than expected, as Universal Pictures' Wicked has moved up its release date.
The big-screen adaptation of the hit Broadway musical is now set to hit theaters on Nov. 27, 2024 — just under a month ahead of schedule.
"We are deep into production on WICKED and everyday we get more and more excited to share with u the mischief we’ve been up to. So…We’ve decided to get it to you all a little earlier than planned. OUR NEW RELEASE Date is NOV 27th 2024! A little Thanksgiving treat!", Tweeted director Jon M. Chu earlier today.
Chu also shared a new logo for the movie.
The prequel story will recount everything that happened before Dorothy 's journey, and tell the story of how a green-skinned woman named Elphaba becomes the Wicked Witch of the West.
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are starring in the film as Elphaba and Glinda, respectively, who form an unlikely friendship that is torn apart by external forces.
Additional cast members include Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible and Ethan Slater as Boq.
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